Why Is My Nervous System Dysregulated?

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Did you know that the central nervous system is responsible for controlling all of the amazing things your body does, like movement, sensation, thought, and emotion? It’s like the CEO of your body, making sure everything runs smoothly. That’s why it’s super important to regulate your nervous system, so you can feel your best and […]

Are You a Toe-Walker? It Could Be Your Brain!

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] Do you walk on your toes? You might not even realize that you do it, but if you walk with a bounce in your step and your heels coming up off the ground, then there’s a good chance you are a toe-walker. And if that’s the case, it might be […]

Are Retained Primitive Reflexes Getting in Your Way?

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] There you are, trying to live your best life and do all of the things. You have a routine, you have different activities week to week, and you have hobbies and interests. But then, all of a sudden, something pops up and throws a wrench in the works. Anxiety. Procrastination. […]

Pssst…parenting will expose your childhood trauma…

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] This post is part of our Cortex Conversations series, a series of blog posts written by our members who have completed our program and want to share reflections on a life lived in the cortex! It’s been said repeatedly that parenting is one of the hardest jobs that there is […]

Tips for a Super Cortex Holiday

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] Some of the big holidays have passed, and some more are coming up! So, how are you feeling about this season? For a lot of us, it can be a super fun, exciting time! But for others, this can be a time filled with stress and anxiety. For today, we’re […]

What is trust? Why is this such an important lesson for this process?

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] Trust is defined as “firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something”. There are many areas in which trust is not only beneficial, but an essential component of a thriving life: …Trust in yourself and your innate wisdom and  ability to overcome obstacles. …Trust in […]

What if one parent doesn’t buy into it? Will this program still work?

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] Absolutely, yes!  We have often had one parent that wasn’t on board with brain work in the beginning, but this does not negate the work done by the other family members.  If someone is doing the work, the brain will change – no matter what anyone else thinks about it!  […]

What is “Conscious Parenting” and how does it apply to In the Cortex?

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] “If you understand that the inappropriate behavior of your children is a call to increased consciousness on your part, you are able to view the opportunities they afford you to grow differently. Instead of reacting to them, you look within yourself and ask why you react. In the asking, you […]

Is It My Disorganized Brain or Did I Learn This?

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What is Your Brain trying to Tell You?

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[rt_reading_time label=”Reading Time:” postfix=”minutes” postfix_singular=”minute”] Signs of a disorganized brain are often easier to spot in children.  This can look like a kid who has trouble sitting still and focusing, difficulty reading and writing, separation anxiety, tantrums or meltdowns, social difficulties, and more – in short, symptoms that might get diagnosed as autism, ADHD, OCD, […]